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Waukesha
Sunday, November 9th, 2025
Good morning, Waukesha. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 9th of November.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Waukesha school board will meet Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. in the Blair Administration Building to debate long-range plans under its 'Optimizing Our Future' initiative—options include closing schools, repurposing buildings, and combining grades to address declining enrollment. Superintendent Jim Sebert said the district projects about $15 million in reductions over the next five years and $30 million by 2035 if the trend continues. The Waukesha Freeman
- ➤ According to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, 134 American Indian students enrolled in Waukesha County schools for 2024—25, marking a 9.8% increase from last year. eAchieve Academy—Wisconsin reported the highest enrollment with 12 students. Waukesha Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Menomonee Falls firefighters Sean Foley and Jessica Wolfe earned the highest honors for lifesaving rescues during August flooding — Foley rescued a father and son from fast-moving water, and Wolfe supported him with a backup rope. The department is now updating its training and equipment to better handle future emergencies. TMJ-4
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Holiday Folk Fair International 2025
2-9 p.m. — Wisconsin State Fair Park Exposition Center — Parking fees may apply — Celebrate multicultural heritage with music, dance, and traditional foods over this three-day festival.
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Milwaukee Turkey Trot 5k/8k
8:45 a.m. — McKinley Park — Entry fee not specified — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a fun run and enjoy a donut at the finish line.
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Mistletoe Market Craft & Art Fair
10 AM – 4 PM — Waukesha County Expo Center — Free entry — Discover unique handcrafted art and crafts at this festive market with possible visits from Santa.
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Special Saturday: Hands On Holidays
10 AM – 12 PM — Oconomowoc Public Library — Free entry — Create holiday gifts at various crafting stations for all ages.
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Waukesha Christmas Parade
4-9:45 p.m. — Lee Sherman Dreyfus State Office Building — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday spirit with colorful floats, festive music, and a visit from Santa Claus.
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